CHS Class of 1964 celebrates 50-year reunion

CHS Class of 1964 celebrates 50-year reunion

Columbia Central High School Class of 1964 celebrated their 50th reunion July 11-12-. This class has the honor of being the first class to attend the newly constructed Columbia Central High School from its opening in 1961 to graduation in 1964. Attending the festivities were 150 graduates and their guests.

On Friday night, the classmates gathered in the library of Central High School. A purple and gold theme was chosen to decorate with balloons, tablecloths, streamers and flowers. Trophies awarded during the years 1961-1964 were on display. The current CHS cheerleaders, dressed in vintage uniforms, greeted the classmates. The classmates enjoyed a barbecue dinner and tours of the school. Those attending received a CD containing directory information on the 1964 graduates.

Graymere Country Club was the location for the Saturday night event. Guests arrived at 6 p.m. for a social hour, with dinner served at 7 p.m. A black and white theme was used for table decorations. Special guests for the night included Mrs. Frances Hunter and Mrs. Nancy Cartwright. Rob Martin created a music CD containing popular songs from the early 1960s, and each classmate received a CD as a favor.

Ken Latta served as master of ceremonies for the evening. The program included many videos and presentations to highlight the special occasion. Pat Troope prepared a memorial video to honor the deceased classmates.

Those who served in the military were recognized, along with a video to honor their service. Classmates were entertained by three 1964 graduates, David Murphy, Delilah Speed and Jerry Sweeney. They shared special memories, along with a video with reflections of pictures and events from the past.

Pat and Janice Prince Troope were recognized for their work on all of the reunions for the class of 1964. The program ended with the singing of the Alma Mater.

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